Green, Ohio – A 9-year-old boy was fatally struck by a vehicle Friday afternoon, prompting an active investigation.
According to the Summit County Sheriff’s Office, deputies and the Green Fire Department responded around 4:30 p.m. Friday, April 17, to Peachwood Way in the City of Green after reports of a child hit by a vehicle.
Authorities said a 2025 Jeep Wrangler was traveling along Peachwood Way when the child allegedly ran into the street and was struck. Emergency responders transported the child to Akron Children’s Hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.
The driver of the vehicle was identified as an 81-year-old man from Green. Investigators stated that neither speed nor impairment appear to be factors in the crash.
The incident remains under investigation by the Summit Metro Crash Response Team. Officials said any potential charges are pending the outcome of that investigation.
Peachwood Way is a residential street, and the crash has raised concerns about pedestrian safety in neighborhood areas. Incidents like this can impact families, nearby residents, and young students who frequently walk or play in similar settings.
Authorities have not released the identity of the child. No additional details were immediately available.
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